Rhythm & Brews
Rhythm & Brews is a popular free outdoor concert series held on the third Thursday of each month from June through October in downtown Hendersonville. Main Street is closed to […]
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Blue Ridge Mountain Events 2026
From music festivals in Asheville to car shows in Maggie Valley, discover the best of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Our calendar is the most comprehensive guide to festivals, outdoor adventures, and community gatherings across Georgia, North Carolina, and Virginia.
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GO Outside Fest
Elmwood Park & Explore Park Roanoke, VAThe Anthem GO Outside Festival (GO Fest) in Roanoke, VA, is a premier three-day October event (Oct 17-19, 2025) in Elmwood Park and Explore Park celebrating outdoor recreation. It features […]
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Woolly Worm Festival
Historic Banner Elk School Banner ElkAnnual fall festival with woolly worm races, craft and food vendors, live entertainment, and children’s activities; nearly 50 years of tradition in Banner Elk.
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Apple Harvest Festival
Downtown Waynesville 15 N Main St, Waynesville, NC, United StatesNamed one of the “10 Best Fall Harvest Festivals in the Nation”, this annual street festival in charming downtown Waynesville is a delicious way to enjoy the tastes of the fall […]
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Blue Ridge Folklife Festival
Ferum College Ferrum, VACovering much of the Ferrum College campus and the Blue Ridge Institute & Museum’s living history farm museum, the Blue Ridge Folklife Festival has something for everyone. It’s a family […]
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Home for the Holidays
Various Locations (Henderson County) HendersonvilleHome for the Holidays is a seasonal celebration that transforms Henderson County into a festive winter destination from mid-November through New Year’s Day. The event features holiday decorations, special shopping […]
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Drumstick Dash
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A Small Town Christmas
Various locations Banner ElkHoliday weekend of traditional Christmas fun including tree lighting, cookie decorating, parade, train rides, and other festive activities throughout town.
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Dickens of a Christmas
Downtown Roanoke Roanoke, VADecember 4, 11, and 18th
Our 2026 Blue Ridge Events Calendar is updated weekly with new festivals, farmers markets, and seasonal celebrations. Whether you are looking for a small-town art walk or a major mountain music fest, we have you covered.
Note: Event dates and times are subject to change. We always recommend verifying details with the official event organizer before traveling.